Richard Lewis Spees Obituary - Alameda (1929-2026)
Richard (Dick) Lewis Spees, a civic and community leader, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2026, of natural causes. He was 97. For over 60 years, he was a dynamic and tireless leader in Oakland and the Bay Area. From 1979 to 2003, he… Richard (Dick) Lewis Spees, a civic and community leader in Oakland and the Bay Area for over 60 years, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2026, at the age of 97. From 1979 to 2003, he was elected as the elected representative of District 4 on the Oakland City Council and served four times as Vice Mayor. During his tenure, he championed issues such as campaign finance reform, sunshine in government, lobbyist registration, and the formation of the public ethics commission. He also served as president of the Piedmont Pines Neighborhood Association and founded the Montera National Educational Film Festival. Additionally, Dick was involved in the Marcus A. Foster Educational Institute, the Center for Independent Living, the Junior Statesman Foundation, and Alameda-Contra Costa Parks Foundation.
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Richard (Dick) Lewis Spees, a civic and community leader, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2026, of natural causes. He was 97.
For over 60 years, he was a dynamic and tireless leader in Oakland ... [4450 symbols]
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